Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutesNo sooner had I attached the fenders and got the mooring lines ready we were on the approach to the tiny fishing village of Steni Vala on Alonnisos. We generally avoid staying on town quays preferring the peace and tranquility of anchorages but we’d heard a lot of good things about Steni Vala and given…
Month: May 2026
Greek Sailing Adventures Resume
Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutesOtzias, Kea to Megali Ammos, Skiathos – 118.6 NM | 23h:22m Today looked to be a great weather window to push on through to the Sporades Islands. One long day with the predicted winds either behind us or on our beam, so we went for it. Our first overnight sail since 2024, we felt adventurous again! The…
The Visa Debacle
Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutesIn 2025 we met cruisers who had Greek visas which gave them the freedom to stay in the EU beyond the 90 day Schengen restriction. This was the second season they had successfully applied for the financially independent person (FIP) visa. There are many hoops to jump through for the visa application but after much…